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Aerosol formulations of albuterol and 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane

US6416743B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateAug 30, 2000
Grant dateJul 9, 2002
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Expiry dateAug 30, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09K3/30
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Aerosol formulations substantially free of chlorofluorocarbons, for oral and/or nasal administration are described. The formulations comprise 1,1,1,2 tetrafluoroethane, a medicament, optionally an excipient and optionally a surfactant. Methods of treatment utilizing the formulations also are described.

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